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    Where to Start When Picking Linocut Supplies for Beginners(Post)

    Linocut printing is a hands-on and satisfying printmaking process that many beginners find welcoming. At first glance, the number of tools and materials might feel like a lot. But with the right lino ...

    How Kids Craft Supplies Change Spring Activities(Post)

    When spring settles in, everything feels lighter. The air is warmer, the days stretch a little longer, and kids seem to have extra energy they need to get out. One of the best ways to channel that re ...

    GSM and poundage anomalies (Post)

    GSM and poundage are two different ways to measure the weight of paper, and they are commonly used in different parts of the world.GSM stands for grams per square metre, and it is a metric measure ...

    How Graphite Hardness Affects Shading Control(Post)

    Graphite pencils often fly under the radar. They are modest, reliable tools that most of us have used since childhood. But hidden inside each one is a mix of clay and graphite that controls more than ...

    Ever wondered what Canvas and Linen weights actually mean?(Post)

    Unprimed canvas weight is often given in ounces because historically, canvas was primarily produced and sold in the United States, where the imperial system of measurement (ounces, pounds) is used ...

    Why Printmaking Ink Reacts Differently on Cotton vs Wood Pulp Papers(Post)

    Printmaking ink can act quite differently depending on the paper used. This becomes especially clear when comparing cotton-based sheets to ones made from wood pulp. The way the ink behaves, how it si ...

    Paper Sizing - what is it all about?(Post)

    Sizing in papermaking is a crucial process that influences the paper's performance and characteristics. It involves treating the paper fibres with a variety of substances to control the paper's ...

    How Printmaking Equipment Affects Line Sharpness(Post)

    Sharp lines make all the difference in printmaking. Whether it’s drypoint, etching or a linocut that relies on fine detail, the clarity of each pulled line can decide whether a print feels cris ...

    Choosing Printmaking Paper for Drypoint Printing(Post)

    Drypoint printing has a soft but bold quality coming from the way the burr holds ink and leaves a raised, velvety line on printmaking paper. It is one of the more delicate intaglio techniques, and pa ...

    Steps to Prepare Aluminium Plates for Consistent Etching Results(Post)

    Aluminium etching is a familiar process in printmaking circles, but like most hands-on work, the small steps can make the biggest difference. If a plate isn’t prepped the right way, you are bou ...

    A Simple Guide to Choosing Inks for Drawing Line vs Wash(Post)

    Inks behave differently depending on how you use them. Some are made for sharp, clean lines that stay fixed in place. Others are better for soft washes that move with water and leave gentle shades be ...

    Why Bendigo Artists Seek Studio Grade Inks(Post)

    As spring rolls into Central Victoria, many artists in Bendigo find themselves refreshing their routines and reaching for familiar tools with renewed purpose. For those working with ink, having the r ...

    Does Online Art Supply Shipping Affect Paper Quality?(Post)

    Buying art supplies online is convenient, especially when you are not right next to a specialist shop. But when your order includes delicate materials like printmaking or watercolour paper, it is fai ...

    Understanding the Role of Tooth in Art Journal Paper(Post)

    When picking a new art journal book, most of us think about the cover, size, or how thick the pages are. But there’s something else hiding in plain sight that makes a big difference to how your ...